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What is the difference between No. 1 diabetes mellitus and No. 2
Diabetes - 2 Answers
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Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder. This is where the body's own defences [defenses, if you're American] set out to destroy what it sees as an invading force ... in this case, it's the beta cells within the pancreas that produce insulin. Because the body needs insulin to survive, this means that a type 1 diabetic must inject it. In type 2 diabetes, the body's cells become resistant to the effects of insulin, meaning that glucose (sugar) that's in the bloodstream can't be transported into the cells for use to make energy. In fact, because the body's cells are resistant to the effects of insulin, the pancreas may actually be producing more than would be 'normal'. There are different types of medication to treat type 2 diabetics. Firstly, there are tablets that stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin. Secondly, there are talbets that allow the body's cells to become less resistant to the effects of insulin. Unfortunately, due to the effects of the pancreas over-producing insulin for so long, the pancreas becomes 'tired' and starts to slow down insulin production. This often leads to type 2 diabetics having to take insulin to supplement what they still produce. Don't let anyone tell you that one type is worse than the other as that is NOT true. Also, you don't progress from type 2 to type 1, as I've seen someone write on here. The risks of developing complications for both type 1 and type 2 diabetics is increased if blood sugar levels are allowed to stay consistently high. The dangers are that diabetics can have a multitude of complications which can be anything from loss of limbs, to kidney failure, blindness, heart attacks and strokes, nerve ending damage and others. If you are diabetic, or suspect that you are, arrange an appointment with your doctor. The sooner your blood sugar levels are brought back into a range of 'normal' (4-7 mmol/l/72-126 mg/dL), the less chance there is of developing complications. Best of luck to you.
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Type 1 is often called juvenile diabetes because it is usually detected in children and young adults. The pancreas does not produce any insulin, so the person has to take insulin injections every day, usually at least 3 times daily. Type 2 diabetes can be one of two things. The pancreas makes lots and lots of insulin because the body does not use it properly. (insulin resistance) Or... the pancreas does not make enough insulin. This type can be treated with oral medication, insulin, or both. It can sometimes be controlled by diet and exercise for many years. Usually later in life though, it requires medication. Diabetes type 2 is usually diagnosed at age 35 or older, although, it can be found in those a lot younger.

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